Government Courses and Certifications

View High School: American Government

Explore the foundations and functions of U.S. government, including branches, elections, civil rights, and policy-making in this comprehensive overview for high school students.

• Study.com
• 7 hours 52 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

U.S. Government - Foundations, Democracy & Politics

Learn about the Constitution, political processes, and democracy in the United States and prepare for the AP United States Government and Politics examination.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 2-3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Open and Smart Government

Explore the challenges, benefits and processes that governments and citizens face when deciding to join the Open Government Movement.

• edX
• 4 weeks, 4-7 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Forms of government around the world

Study the different forms of government in the world and gain a deeper understanding of political power in our democracies

• edX
• 6 weeks, 4-6 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

CrashCourse

U.S. Government and Politics by CrashCourse

1 review

In 50 videos, Craig Benzine (aka WeezyWaiter) teaches you U.S. government and politics! The course is based on the 2014 AP U.S. Government and Politics curriculum.

• YouTube
• 7 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Modernizing Security for Government Datacenters

1 review

Explore advanced security capabilities and automation for modernizing government datacenters, leveling the cybersecurity playing field with Microsoft Cloud Security tools powered by Azure.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

How the U.S. Government Works & How to Get Involved

This is not your average government class: Our primer offers an overview of the basics, how they apply today, plus the tools you need to make your voice heard.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 4-5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

High School Civics

Explore democracy, government structures, and civic rights while developing critical thinking skills for informed citizenship and global awareness.

• California Community Colleges System
• 13 weeks
• 9th Sep, 2024
• Paid Course

Leading in Government

353 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Considering a career in government? This course demystifies the critical knowledge and skills you need to lead in the public arena.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 50 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Technology and Data Careers in Government

136 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Today, some of the most exciting and in-demand IT jobs are working for cities. Find out how to prepare for an IT career in city government.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 1 hour 1 minute
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Understanding the US Government

93 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Better understand the inner workings of US political institutions in this gripping course taught by a celebrated political scientist, and gain eye-opening insights into America’s democratic system.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 12 hours 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

CEC;  University of Kashmir

Indian Government And Politics

Comprehensive exploration of Indian political system, covering constitutional foundations, governance structures, social movements, and contemporary issues shaping the nation's political landscape.

• Swayam
• 12 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

It reviews all of the substantive material that is usually taught in one-semester introductory course in American Government and politics at college.

• Independent
• 4 weeks, 6 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

POLSC232: American Government

Comprehensive exploration of US political system, covering foundations, behavior, institutions, rights, and policymaking processes.

• Saylor Academy
• 125 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Certificate

TED-Ed

Government- Declassified

Explore key concepts in US government and history, from executive orders to impeachment, through engaging animated lessons that demystify complex political processes and historical events.

• YouTube
• 3 hours 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video